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Fabulous Fudge Recipes for More Than Just the Holidays

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Fudge may seem like a treat only for the holiday season, but there's no reason not to enjoy this creamy, dreamy dessert year-round. After all, these melt-in-your-mouth fudge recipes are too good to limit to just one season. Whether you're in the mood for an old-fashioned fudge recipe or want to go out of the box with creamy cranberry, each of these desserts is worth savoring.
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Candy-Bar Fudge

Candy-Bar Fudge
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Make your favorite candy bar in fudge form. Sandwich luscious caramel and crunchy peanuts between two rich chocolate layers for a fudgy candy bar that rivals any store-bought sweets. This chocolate fudge recipe uses cocoa powder, semisweet, and milk chocolate pieces for ultimate decadence.

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Two-Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge

Two-Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge
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This microwave fudge recipe needs just two ingredients to create pure bliss. Melt your favorite peanut butter with chocolate or vanilla frosting, then pour the mix into a baking dish and let it set. That’s all there is to this easy peanut butter fudge recipe, but you could also dress it up a little if you like with nuts, chopped cookies, or candies.

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Salted Caramel Fudge

Salted Caramel Fudge
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This simple fudge recipe not only has salted caramel, but also swirls of white chocolate to make a mouthwatering masterpiece. A sprinkle of sea salt flakes is the only decoration this work-of-art recipe needs on top.

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Rainbow Fudge

Rainbow Fudge
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We originally created this homemade fudge recipe for St. Patrick’s Day, but it's a great choice for any day of the year that could use a little extra color. Use white candy melts, sweetened condensed milk, and a few drops of food coloring to create each layer. A spoonful of lemon or orange extract gives this sweet dessert citrus flavor.

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PB&M Fudge

PB&M Peanut Butter and Marshmallow Fudge
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Step aside, jelly—this marshmallow fudge recipe might be an even better pairing with peanut butter. Use mini marshmallows instead of fluff to give your fudge a little more texture, especially when combined with crunchy peanuts and smooth peanut butter. For a salty-sweet finish, sprinkle on a little sugar and sea salt before it sets.

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Double-Decker Layered Fudge

Double-Decker Layered Fudge
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Torn between white and dark chocolate? When you combine the two in this double-decker fudge recipe, the result is beautiful and a chocolate-lover’s dream. There’s no choosing between the two—just one ultra-delish chocolate fudge recipe.

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Rocky Road Fudge

Rocky Road Fudge
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Chocolate, marshmallows, and pecans? That’s a winning combination for sure! This traditional fudge recipe uses cocoa powder and whipping cream to make a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth dessert. If one cup each of mini marshmallows and toasted pecans doesn’t satisfy your rocky road craving, add extra on top before serving.

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Easy Chocolate Fudge

Easy Chocolate Fudge
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Leave your classic chocolate fudge plain, or dress it up for a special occasion with one of three variations. Turn this easy chocolate dessert into mocha, rocky road, or chocolate-peanut butter fudge. No matter what you choose (even if you stick with the traditional fudge recipe), every bite will be as decadent as the last.

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5-Minute Cherry-Walnut Fudge

5-Minute Cherry-Walnut Fudge
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If you’ve got five minutes for prep, you have enough time to stir together this easy fudge recipe. Melt chocolate pieces with sweetened condensed milk for creamy decadence, then stir in dried cherries and chopped walnuts. The hardest part is the 30-minute wait while it sets.

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Double Almond Marshmallow Fudge

Double Almond Marshmallow Fudge
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When sweet swirls of almond fudge are on the table, everyone will reach for an extra piece—luckily, this marshmallow fudge recipe is already a double-decker! Two layers of white chocolate fudge sandwich mini marshmallows and slivered almonds in this salty-and-sweet holiday treat.

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Mocha Fudge

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Turn a regular chocolate fudge recipe into a coffee shop treat by mixing in instant coffee crystals. To distinguish this recipe from plain fudge, add a few chocolate-covered coffee beans and a smear of chocolate fudge on top of each piece. You won’t find any other dessert with more chocolaty goodness.

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Fabulous Five-Minute Fudge

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This easy fudge recipe is just five ingredients and five minutes of prep. Melt chocolate pieces in the microwave to speed the process, then give the mix a quick stir to add walnuts. You’ll have to be a little patient while the fudge sets in the fridge, but no one will know if you sneak a taste before it goes in.

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Candied Cherry Opera Fudge

Candied Cherry Opera Fudge
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This fudge’s name might be a mystery, but there’s no need to guess about how delicious it is. You can make this ultra-creamy, cherry-studded fudge in one hour, so serve it as a special treat year-round. It sets up in a loaf pan, making it easy to cut tall, thick, rich slices of this homemade fudge recipe.

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Easy White Fudge

Easy White Fudge
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Make your usual holiday fudge with white chocolate, and it will fit right into any winter wonderland. A bit of orange zest and a generous cup of nuts elevates this simple sweet to an indulgence. Choose pecans, almonds, or macadamia nuts (or make it a combination with all three) for crunchiness.

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Latte Fudge

Latte Fudge
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Make this fudge recipe without condensed milk and use all of the ingredients for your morning cup of coffee instead. Half-and-half adds creaminess in place of condensed milk, and espresso powder, toasted hazelnuts, and cinnamon help make each bite taste like a holiday latte. If you really love coffee flavor, toss a small handful of coffee beans on top at the end.

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Peanut Butter Fudge

Peanut Butter Fudge
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Combining creamy, dreamy peanut butter with melt-in-your-mouth fudge just makes sense. If you’re a fan of chunky peanut butter, try adding honey-roasted peanuts to your fudge. Or leave it smooth and silky—there’s no wrong answer for this peanut butter fudge recipe.

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Cherry-Almond Fudge

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Chocolate and cherries never disappoint, and combining the two into one homemade fudge recipe creates a must-try dessert. Adding a few sliced almonds to the mix makes it one of our favorite fudge recipes. And if you like things extra sweet, there’s always the option to pipe a little vanilla frosting on top.

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Creamy Cranberry Fudge

Creamy Cranberry Fudge
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This dried cranberry and pistachio fudge is begging to be served at the end of your holiday meal. White chocolate makes it extra creamy and lets flavorful add-ins like orange zest shine. You can also package this simple fudge recipe up to give it as a holiday gift.

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Peppermint Tuxedo Fudge

Peppermint Tuxedo Fudge
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If you’re looking for fast fudge recipes, you’ve come to the right place. This gorgeous swirled chocolate fudge has seasonal peppermint candies mixed in, and still takes only five minutes to make. And with just five ingredients, it doesn’t get much simpler (or delicious) than this easy fudge recipe.

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Pumpkin Fudge

Pumpkin Fudge
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For all the pumpkin pie lovers out there, this easy fudge recipe is for you. The dynamic duo of canned pumpkin and cinnamon is essential for autumn. If you want to mimic a crunchy crust, just add a few walnuts to the mix before it sets.

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